Pick of the day

We look back on day three of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne

The question at the start of play was whether the batsmen could prove just as effective when they returned for their second innings, but sadly for the tourists, the answer was an emphatic no.

Aside from a half-century from captain Alastair Cook and a 49 from Kevin Pietersen, England once again toiled badly with the bat, albeit not helped by blustery conditions in Melbourne.

Australia ripped through the order and bowled England out for just 179, before ending the day 30 without loss themselves as they chased 231 for victory.

Nathan Lyon was our 'man of the day' after taking five wickets and claiming his 100th Test victim in the process.

Click here to watch highlights of the day's play, here for our match report and here for a photo gallery.

Not over yet

The momentum of the fourth Test has swung violently with each day and although Australia are now back in the driving seat, they will know a difficult MCG wicket could yet have another surprise in store. Nathan Lyon claimed five victims on day three but was quick to warn against complacency in the Australian camp as they chase 231 for victory. He acknowledged that the hosts had enjoyed a "great" third day, but conceded that while the new ball is easy to score with, after 30 overs it becomes a lot more difficult and it is here where they will have to dig in and work hard.